In a thrilling encounter between Texas super kings And Seattle orkas during Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 Season, experienced cricketer Faf du Plessis Once again proved why it has been held in such a high relationship in the cricket world. Leading from the front, Du Plessis pulled a selfless task on the field – one who left fans and pundits and appreciated his unwavering commitment for the cause of the team.
FAF Do Plessis retired himself at 91 in the surprising act of sportsmanship
In a rare and commendable gesture, Du Plessis surprised cricket fans worldwide by retiring himself on 91 runs during an encounter against Seattle Orkas. While centuries there are often milestones in T20 cricket, Du Plessis chose to prioritize his team’s needs on personal glory.
The decision came at the end of the 19th over when Super Kings were hovering at 181/2. Instead of chasing a well-worthy hundred, Du Plessis voluntarily went to allow Big-Hitter Donovan Pherrera To capitalize on the final over. This marked a historic moment in T20 history – for the first time a batsman retired in the 90s for a completely strategic reasons.
Although the decision of Du Plessis was bold and selfless, the result was not as fruitful as he could expect. Farera, who is known for her power-mar, could only manage 3 runs before bowling. Cameron Ganon At the fifth delivery of the final over. Texas Super Kings added just 7 runs in the last over, finishing their innings at 188/4.
However, the intention behind the move said about the long-term vision as Du Plessis’ team-first mentality and franchise cricket.
Cricket fans flooded social media with praise for the former South African captain. Words such as “class,” “leader,” and “selfless” dominated the timeline, many people kept it as one of the most respectable moments in T20 cricket history. The action of Du Plessis widely discussed individual praise in modern cricket and the balance between the team’s objectives. His leadership once again reminded the fans why he remains one of the most respected figures in the game.
Here’s how fans reacted:
FAF du Plessis, a leading front, scored 91 spectacular runs before retiring and sent Donovan Ferrera in the match. pic.twitter.com/yikxrap6ps
– Cognizant Major League Cricket (@mlcrick) July 6, 2025
Selfless leader FAF Do Placeis ๐ He retired himself on 91* so that Donovan Pharrera could bat for the last time.
Captain Faf ๐ pic.twitter.com/RP0AK9BXGGG
– Junaid Khan (@junaidkhanation) July 6, 2025
FAF du Plessis, a team man for yellow army .. !!!!
– He became the first player in T20 history to retire in the 90s. pic.twitter.com/vrkbefmnl000
– Johns. (@Criccrazyjohns) July 6, 2025
Never seen anyone more selfless than Faf du Plessis
The man truly retires himself at 91* to make way for Donovan Pharrera …
Captain Faf ๐ pic.twitter.com/8rtscnqp7h
– Child of God@(@spreadsomepyarr) July 6, 2025
The FAF is the legend of the du Plessis Super Kings, more than any foreign player equal to Bravo. pic.twitter.com/bi3fwnspqt
– Ravi Kumar (@imravikumar_) July 6, 2025
Selfless leader FAF Do Placeis ๐ He retired himself on 91* so that Donovan Pharrera could bat for the last time.
Captain Faf ๐ pic.twitter.com/f8esvckhn
– Om Verma (@ombhai1713) July 6, 2025
FAF du PLESSIS became the first player in T20 history to retire in the 90s.
91 (52) vs. Seattle Orkas, MLC 2025
He still had more than one left to reach his century, but he chose to get himself out. TSK won the match by 51 runs, and FAF was named Man of the Match. pic.twitter.com/wqkx4kqc4L
– Abdul Rahman Yasen (@aryaseen5911) July 6, 2025
Selfless Faf Du PLESSIS 91 retired !!#INDVSENG pic.twitter.com/snekbjxmvn
– Child of God@(@spreadsomepyarr) July 6, 2025
๐จ FAF du PLESSIS 91* retired for the last over … !!!
Ferreira is for the last six!#MLC2025 pic.twitter.com/0pwt3gzwrd
– Broken Cricket Dreams Cricket Blog (@cricket_broke) July 6, 2025
FAF retired on 91
If we plan to win this game then the last should be left! pic.twitter.com/dbtremotlu
– Jacob Martin (@leg_shift_d) July 6, 2025
FAF Do Plessis retired himself at 91 against Seattle orcas.
He became the first player in T20 history retiring in the 90s.
A proper team man @Faf1307 #Texassuperkings #Fafduplessis #MLC2025 pic.twitter.com/fyu85xvn9z
– ๐ ๐ ก๐ ๏ธ๐ ๏ธ๐ฒ๐ ๐ฐ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ฅ๐๐๐จ โข ๐ฎ๐ณ๐ฎ๐ณ (@msdianmrigu) July 6, 2025
Captain Faf du Plessisis
When he was at 91*(52) in the last over, he retired himself, so that Donovan Pharrera could kill something and take the target on a better score.
Respect#Fafduplessis #Sorvtsk #MLC– Sukumaran BP (@bpsukumaran) July 6, 2025
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Texas Super Kings Clinic Dominant 51-Run win
While the final was not as expected, Texas Super Kings still posted a malignant 188/4 on the board, thanks to the Du Plessis Commanding 91 and Shubam Ranjane’s classy 65. In response, Seattle orcas stumbled under pressure and exit for just 137.
Adam milne There was a star with the ball, a fierce magic and a sensational five-wicket was carrying. Unexpectedly, Du Plessis was named Player of the Match for his match-defining knock and inspiring leadership.
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